Museum Archive: Vintage Heddon River Runt 1220, 2/5oz Black / White fishing lure #1220

Black and white Shore Minnow patterning covers the plastic body of this classic Heddon River Runt 1220. Measuring 2 3/4" (7 cm) and weighing 2/5 oz (12.5 g), this floating model features the distinctive painted yellow eyes characteristic of these early Spook series lures. Flipping it over reveals a legible gold belly stamp identifying it as a Heddon River Runt Spook Floater, highlighting its USA-made heritage. The exterior earns a 4/5 condition rating, showing soft signs of its history with light surface marks that do not detract from the bold contrast of the vertical ribs. Two treble hooks are secured by traditional screw-eye hardware, paired with a forward-facing metal diving lip intended for casting and shallow-water retrieves.